Litigation Associate

Plaintiff-Side Employment Litigation Associate

Location: Denver, Colorado

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – Four days in the office and one remote day

Salary: $90,000–$120,000 per year, depending on experience

Job Summary

We are seeking one or more Employment Litigation Associates with at least three years of plaintiff-side employment litigation experience to represent employees in matters involving workplace discrimination, retaliation, wage disputes, and other employment-related claims.

This role offers meaningful responsibility, hands-on mentorship, and the opportunity to manage cases from initial intake through trial. The ideal candidate is passionate about workers’ rights, enjoys collaborating with colleagues, and is committed to achieving strong outcomes for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation cases from intake through trial.
• Represent employees in discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour, and other employment-related matters.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions, including summary judgment motions.
• Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings, and develop litigation strategies.
• Handle discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Represent clients in administrative proceedings, arbitrations, and state and federal courts.
• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategy and litigation planning.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide effective legal advocacy.

Required Qualifications

• Active admission to the Colorado State Bar.
• Minimum of three years of plaintiff-side employment litigation experience.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience handling discovery, depositions, and summary judgment practice.
• Trial experience or a strong interest in developing trial skills.
• Passion for workers’ rights and employee advocacy.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and case management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively while independently managing a caseload.

Preferred Qualifications

• Wage and hour litigation experience.
• Spanish language proficiency.
• Demonstrated commitment to employment law and protecting employee rights.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual Salary: $90,000–$120,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional benefits include:

• Discretionary bonuses based on individual and firm performance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Parental leave.
• Colorado attorney registration fee coverage.
• Professional association dues coverage.
• Registration for annual professional retreats and other Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs.